1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1972 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1972 Nissan Gloria is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 55 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1972 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 250 GT | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
